Mandolin suggestions

Jeep · 03-27-2013, 04:16 PM

I am looking to purchase one. It seems they range from $20 to $200. Does anyone have one that they would recommend. I imagine that it would be most useful in making slaw with all the cabbage and carrots that get cut up. But Cucumbers for pickle slices would save me some knife work too.

If anyone thinks that I should be looking for something other than a mandolin... please feel free to make other suggestions. Sometimes I don't realize that what I need is not what I am asking about.

Thanks
-Jeep

landarc · 03-27-2013, 04:22 PM

I have a rather expensive Miu Mandolin, all stainless that I have never failed to be disappointed with, the blades dulled quickly, the adjustments are wonky, etc...I learned on an old one, the new one is terrible. I is useless for almost everything but slicing slaw, and if I am in a hurry, buy the time I get it all set up, I can break down three heads of cabbage with my knife and board.

On the other hand, all of the Kyocera ones, for around $20 to $25 bucks are terrific. They are small, effective and handy.

Stoke&Smoke · 03-27-2013, 04:25 PM

We have a few, from a stainless french one, down to a cheap V slicer. My absolute favorite is this one . Comes with a boatload of blade choices, and it won't break the bank! Ours came with an accessory blade pack, not sure if that's still available. We got ours at Bed, Bath, and Beyond I think

Amazon.com: OXO Good Grips V-Blade Mandoline Slicer: Kitchen & Dining

Gnaws on Pigs · 03-27-2013, 04:25 PM

I have an Oscar Reed Smith mandolin, it doesn't sound or play as good as a Gibson, but it notes well, and you can't beat it for $350.

On a serious note, I also have a Oneida mandoline, about $35 at Kmart, works great for most things. I use it a lot for making different cuts of french fries. Not as versatile as some of the more expensive ones, but it's given me a lot of service over the last couple years.

deguerre · 03-27-2013, 04:28 PM

I've got a Kitchenaid that cost about 50 bucks when I got it that I love.

MS2SB · 03-27-2013, 04:45 PM

I've got the same one as Smoke & Stoke. America's Test Kitchen had it rated as their top choice. I now use it all the time, great for french fries, potato chips, fine julienne for stir fries etc.

It's easy to use and very easy to clean, I highly recommend it.

chicagokp · 03-27-2013, 04:57 PM

I have this one....

http://www.kitchen-universe.com/de-B...00.htm?click=4

The classic and not the ultra (which gets poor reviews for the dice mechanism).

Works well, is stainless, sharp blades.

caseydog · 03-27-2013, 05:01 PM

Mandolins are fantastic at removing fingertips, if you don't use the PITA holder thingies that come with them, because chefs use their hands, but you're not a chef. Don't ask how I know this.

CD

Stoke&Smoke · 03-27-2013, 05:13 PM

good advice Casey!

buccaneer · 03-27-2013, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeep

I am looking to purchase one. It seems they range from $20 to $200. Does anyone have one that they would recommend. I imagine that it would be most useful in making slaw with all the cabbage and carrots that get cut up. But Cucumbers for pickle slices would save me some knife work too.

If anyone thinks that I should be looking for something other than a mandolin... please feel free to make other suggestions. Sometimes I don't realize that what I need is not what I am asking about.

Thanks
-Jeep

Very recently, TFO bought a julliene peeler.
Here is a vid to give you the idea, but this German double sided model we got is far more advanced and does far more jobs.
I mention this as an alternative because depending on volumes, it may be a $10 option that is far handier than a mandolin.
It is for us

stl-rich · 03-27-2013, 05:17 PM

I use this one

Amazon.com: Swissmar Borner V-1001 V-Slicer Plus Mandoline 6 Piece Set: Kitchen & Dining

bluetang · 03-27-2013, 05:21 PM

Have a Bron

stl-rich · 03-27-2013, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by buccaneer

Very recently, TFO bought a julliene peeler.
Here is a vid to give you the idea, but this German double sided model we got is far more advanced and does far more jobs.
I mention this as an alternative because depending on volumes, it may be a $10 option that is far handier than a mandolin.
It is for us
Pampered Chef Julienne Cutter Demo - Zucchini Spaghetti - Gluten Free GAPS diet - YouTube

Looks really cool - will it work on homemade pastrami?

IamMadMan · 03-27-2013, 05:56 PM

I use the Bron and sometimes an OXO for small kitchen tasks, but I bit the bullet for a Sausage Maker Stainless Steel Cabbage Shredder for coleslaw and sauerkraut making. It weighs about 30 pounds and has 3 cutting blades filling a food / meat tub of cabbage in only a few minutes.

The Sausage Maker sells it for $130.00 but Wiseman Trading has it for $109.00 It has 3 fixed blades and only makes thin slices, perfect for cabbage.

You have to buy what suits your needs

PitRow · 03-27-2013, 06:03 PM

I got one of these as a wedding present: OXO Good Grip's chef's mandoline.

Does the job, never had a problem with it.

the little holder thingy is kinda a pain to use with smaller stuff, but I imagine it's that way with every mandolin. This is the only mandolin I've ever had so I can't tell if it's a good one or not, but so far I haven't found anything to really dislike.

03-27-2013, 04:16 PM	#1
Jeep On the road to being a farker Join Date: 03-20-12 Location: NH, USA	Mandolin suggestions I am looking to purchase one. It seems they range from $20 to $200. Does anyone have one that they would recommend. I imagine that it would be most useful in making slaw with all the cabbage and carrots that get cut up. But Cucumbers for pickle slices would save me some knife work too. If anyone thinks that I should be looking for something other than a mandolin... please feel free to make other suggestions. Sometimes I don't realize that what I need is not what I am asking about. Thanks -Jeep __________________ 01000010 01000010 01010001

03-27-2013, 04:22 PM	#2
landarc somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 06-26-09 Location: sAn leAnDRo, CA	I have a rather expensive Miu Mandolin, all stainless that I have never failed to be disappointed with, the blades dulled quickly, the adjustments are wonky, etc...I learned on an old one, the new one is terrible. I is useless for almost everything but slicing slaw, and if I am in a hurry, buy the time I get it all set up, I can break down three heads of cabbage with my knife and board. On the other hand, all of the Kyocera ones, for around $20 to $25 bucks are terrific. They are small, effective and handy. __________________ [COLOR=DarkGreen][COLOR=DarkRed][SIZE=1]me: I don't drink anymore Yelonutz: me either, but, then again, I don't drink any less [/SIZE][/COLOR][/COLOR][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkRed] [COLOR=Pink]SSS[/COLOR] [/COLOR][/SIZE]

03-27-2013, 04:25 PM	#3
Stoke&Smoke Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-18-07 Location: Western burbs of Chicago, IL	We have a few, from a stainless french one, down to a cheap V slicer. My absolute favorite is this one . Comes with a boatload of blade choices, and it won't break the bank! Ours came with an accessory blade pack, not sure if that's still available. We got ours at Bed, Bath, and Beyond I think Amazon.com: OXO Good Grips V-Blade Mandoline Slicer: Kitchen & Dining Amazon.com: OXO Good Grips V-Blade Mandoline Slicer: Kitchen & Dining __________________ 2 Skinny Cooks Competition Team [URL]http://2SkinnyCooks.blogspot.com[/URL] KCBS CJ/TC #17139 Member ILBBQS Too many cookers to list :crazy:

03-27-2013, 04:25 PM	#4
Gnaws on Pigs is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 05-22-10 Location: Smoky Mountains, NC	I have an Oscar Reed Smith mandolin, it doesn't sound or play as good as a Gibson, but it notes well, and you can't beat it for $350. On a serious note, I also have a Oneida mandoline, about $35 at Kmart, works great for most things. I use it a lot for making different cuts of french fries. Not as versatile as some of the more expensive ones, but it's given me a lot of service over the last couple years. __________________ ...Half a yard full of crap to cook on like everybody else... Slow-to-average-speed [COLOR=dimgray]GRAY[/COLOR] Wal-Mart thermometer Just a hungry hillbilly lookin for a dead critter to cook Four [URL="http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/group.php?groupid=39"]Zeros[/URL] in one [URL="http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=86"][COLOR=red]throwdown[/COLOR][/URL][COLOR=red],[/COLOR] baby! :bow:

03-27-2013, 04:28 PM	#5
deguerre somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-15-09 Location: Memphis, TN...Formerly of Decatur, AL	I've got a Kitchenaid that cost about 50 bucks when I got it that I love. __________________ Guerry [FONT=Book Antiqua]Pit Beeatch for Team Munchkin[/FONT] [FONT=Book Antiqua][B]Avatar by Northwest BBQ [/B][/FONT]"...In nature, there are predators. I believe the common denominator of the universe is not harmony, but chaos, hostility and murder..." Werner Herzog

03-27-2013, 04:45 PM	#6
MS2SB is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-28-10 Location: Bothell, WA	I've got the same one as Smoke & Stoke. America's Test Kitchen had it rated as their top choice. I now use it all the time, great for french fries, potato chips, fine julienne for stir fries etc. It's easy to use and very easy to clean, I highly recommend it. __________________ Traeger lil Tex, 2 Weber 22.5", UDS "Go Cougs!" They call me "Dave" [B]Original Noobian Warlord [/B]Loser of Known Space

03-27-2013, 04:57 PM	#7
chicagokp Babbling Farker Join Date: 02-17-11 Location: Chicago north 'burbs IL	I have this one.... http://www.kitchen-universe.com/de-B...00.htm?click=4 The classic and not the ultra (which gets poor reviews for the dice mechanism). Works well, is stainless, sharp blades. __________________ Shirley Fabrication 24x60 staightback cabinet + warmer Battle Box Midi UDS Weber Performer 22.5 Weber OTG WGA Charcoal Weber Genesis

03-27-2013, 05:01 PM	#8
caseydog somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-08-10 Location: Texas	Mandolins are fantastic at removing fingertips, if you don't use the PITA holder thingies that come with them, because chefs use their hands, but you're not a chef. Don't ask how I know this. CD
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03-27-2013, 05:13 PM	#9
Stoke&Smoke Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-18-07 Location: Western burbs of Chicago, IL	good advice Casey! __________________ 2 Skinny Cooks Competition Team [URL]http://2SkinnyCooks.blogspot.com[/URL] KCBS CJ/TC #17139 Member ILBBQS Too many cookers to list :crazy:

03-27-2013, 05:17 PM	#11
stl-rich is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 07-10-10 Location: saint louis, MO	I use this one Amazon.com: Swissmar Borner V-1001 V-Slicer Plus Mandoline 6 Piece Set: Kitchen & Dining Amazon.com: Swissmar Borner V-1001 V-Slicer Plus Mandoline 6 Piece Set: Kitchen & Dining

03-27-2013, 05:21 PM	#12
bluetang somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 08-06-10 Location: Stuart, Fl Name/Nickname : Mike	Have a Bron __________________ Homey, the Homegrown frier, 22" WSM, 18.5" Elderly(but not retired) WSM,Homegrown Electric, Weber gasserrrr,Weber Performer, Gravity feed smoker, Blackstone, Indisputably Fastest [COLOR=purple]Purple[/COLOR] Thermapen, SAI Satay Grill Avatar by landarc, thanky!

03-27-2013, 05:56 PM	#14
IamMadMan somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-30-11 Location: Pemberton, New Jersey	I use the Bron and sometimes an OXO for small kitchen tasks, but I bit the bullet for a Sausage Maker Stainless Steel Cabbage Shredder for coleslaw and sauerkraut making. It weighs about 30 pounds and has 3 cutting blades filling a food / meat tub of cabbage in only a few minutes. The Sausage Maker sells it for $130.00 but Wiseman Trading has it for $109.00 It has 3 fixed blades and only makes thin slices, perfect for cabbage. You have to buy what suits your needs

03-27-2013, 06:03 PM	#15
PitRow is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 03-31-11 Location: Oregon	I got one of these as a wedding present: OXO Good Grip's chef's mandoline. Does the job, never had a problem with it. the little holder thingy is kinda a pain to use with smaller stuff, but I imagine it's that way with every mandolin. This is the only mandolin I've ever had so I can't tell if it's a good one or not, but so far I haven't found anything to really dislike. __________________ Mike Char-Broil Bandera \| Weber 22" Premium Kettle (Red) \| Weber 18" Kettle \| GMG Davy Crockett \| A-Maze-n smoker (original dust style)